MOOSE JAW — Engines roared and chrome gleamed as students, alumni, and car enthusiasts from across Moose Jaw gathered recently for the annual Peacock Collegiate Show and Shine.
The community car show, held in front of A.E. Peacock Collegiate, brought together a wide variety of classic cars, trucks, and custom builds — many of them restored or built by hand. From student projects to decades-old rebuilds, each vehicle came with a story, and each owner proudly shared their journey.
Among those showing off their work was Brent Van Koughnett, a recent returnee to Moose Jaw after years in British Columbia. His fully restored car — a gleaming machine powered by a big-block engine, chrome accents, and an upgraded ignition system — took nearly six years to complete.
“It was basically just the body when I started, but it was in pretty good shape,” said Van Koughnett. “It’s still all original metal, so there was a lot of hammering and bodywork. But I got it back to what it is today.”
Though he had never entered car shows before moving back to Moose Jaw, Van Koughnett said he was impressed with the turnout and energy at the event.
“I never bothered with shows when I was out in B.C., but it’s really cool being here,” he said. “It’s nice to see people so into it.”
The show wasn’t just for seasoned builders — current Peacock students proudly displayed their own works-in-progress. Highlights included Harper S., who won the People’s Choice Award with a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle, and Brady, whose bold red-and-black truck stood out as a polished example of student effort and learning.
“There’s something about these old trucks that just makes you smile,” read a post from the school’s social media, spotlighting student Jake and his 1974 Ford F-100. “He’s always smiling in the shop. It’s not work when you love what you do.”
Carter, another student participant, is restoring a 1991 Toyota Hilux. He’s planning a full white paint job and deck installation, building on skills he’s honed since the age of 13.
Organizers encouraged all car lovers to join, from Peacock alumni to community members. The event served as a hands-on showcase for the school’s automotive programs and a tribute to the shared passion that spans generations.
“What a turnout,” the school shared after the event. “Great stories shared and such a display of love of all things car related.”
